The Dahisar River Rejuvenation Project in north Mumbai, valued at Rs 246 crore, is approaching completion following sustained efforts led by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. The initiative, which gained momentum after regular reviews since his election as a Lok Sabha MP in May 2024, aims to significantly improve water quality, reduce flooding risks, and promote sustainable water reuse.
The project focuses on intercepting untreated sewage and restoring the ecological health of the river. As part of these efforts, two advanced Sewerage Treatment Plants (STPs) using Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology have been constructed along the river. These include a 5.0 MLD facility at Indira Nagar and a 1.5 MLD plant at Sukurwadi. Both units have completed their civil and mechanical works, with commissioning and handover processes currently in progress.
Treated water from these plants will be repurposed for non-potable uses such as gardening, road cleaning, and other civic applications, supporting efficient water management. The Dahisar River, which flows for about 12 km from Tulsi Lake to Manori Creek, had deteriorated over time due to the discharge of untreated waste. Following the devastating 2005 Mumbai floods, the Chitale Committee recommended a comprehensive revival plan.
Implemented under the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s stormwater management initiative, the project also includes the improvement of a 4.75-km river stretch, construction of 4.4 km of sewer lines, installation of interceptors to divert dry-weather flow, and development of service roads and roadside drainage systems.
Goyal said: “Our priority is to prevent flooding and decisively reduce the hardships faced by the people of Uttar
To ensure timely execution, a multi-department review mechanism has been established, enabling coordination among various agencies. Regular monitoring through his local office has further expedited progress on the ground, bringing the long-delayed river restoration project close to completion.
Source: The Free Press Journal
